123 Andrés

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Who are 123 Andrés?

123 Andrés is the husband-and-wife duo of Andrés Salguero and Christina Sanabria. They create energetic, bilingual (English/Spanish) music for children and families, blending culture, education, and fun. Originally from Colombia and now based in the U.S., they have performed across North America and Latin America.

What is their music like?

Their music mixes Latin rhythms, folk and pop, with lyrics crafted for singing, dancing, and learning. The songs introduce Spanish vocabulary and celebrate Latin American musical traditions while keeping things engaging for both kids and grown-ups.

Why we think you’ll love it

123 Andrés make joyful, culturally enriching family music. Their creative, inclusive approach helps children explore language and music in a way that’s playful but meaningful. Their albums resonate with families who want both fun and learning in the same song. Awards and nominations (see below) speak to their impact and quality.

Artist Bio

Andrés was raised in Bogotá, Colombia, where he began recording music at a young age. He later earned a Doctorate in music and was awarded a national composition prize. Christina grew up in the U.S. in a Spanish-speaking family, studied Latin American and Hispanic Studies at Brown University, and earned a Master’s in Education from the University of Pennsylvania. Their combined backgrounds in music, education, and performance shape their unique sound and approach.

Their debut album, ¡Uno, Dos Tres Andrés! en español y en inglés (2015), was bilingual and educational and earned a Latin Grammy nomination. Their next album, Arriba Abajo (2016), won the Latin Grammy for Best Latin Children’s Album and a Parents’ Choice Gold Award. (They also released albums like La Luna [2018], Canta las Letras [2019], Actívate [2021], and We Grow Together – Preschool Songs [2023]; the latter won the 2024 Grammy Award for Best Children’s Music Album, and Actívate received a Grammy nomination.)

They have also authored bilingual picture books including Hello Amigo / Hola, Amigo, Ten Little Birds / Diez Pajaritos, and Mi Comunidad / My Community. Their live shows are full of Latin American rhythms and interactive energy.